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How to Update the Minecraft Bedrock Server Version

This guide helps you update your Minecraft Bedrock server to the latest version. Make sure you have already made a backup before starting this process.

Update Steps​

1. Stop the Server​

Make sure the server status is offline before making any changes.

2. Back Up All Important Files​

Use the File Manager or SFTP to copy:

  • The worlds/ folder
  • Configuration files (server.properties, whitelist.json, etc.)
  • Any other files you want to keep

Store them in a separate folder so they stay safe.

3. Delete the Old Files from the Server Directory​

Delete all of the following files and folders from the server directory:

Files​

  • bedrock_server
  • server.properties
  • permissions.json
  • allowlist.json
  • packetlimiterconfig.json
  • profanity_filter.wlist
  • release-notes.txt
  • bedrock_server_how_to.html

Folders​

  • config/
  • resource_packs/
  • behavior_packs/
  • definitions/

Do not delete the worlds/ folder or the backup files you have already saved.

4. Download the Latest Version from the Official Site​

Visit minecraft.net/en-us/download/server/bedrock and download the Ubuntu (Linux) version. The file is usually a .zip.

5. Extract and Replace the Old Files​

Upload the .zip file to the panel, extract it, and place the new files in the server directory.

Make sure the bedrock_server file has execute permission:

chmod +x bedrock_server

6. Adjust the Configuration​

Re-edit the configuration files such as:

  • server.properties
  • whitelist.json
  • permissions.json

In the server.properties file, change the level-name= value so it matches the name of the world folder you want to use.
Example:

level-name=Bedrock level

Make sure that name matches a folder that exists in:

/home/container/worlds/

If you are using a world from a previous version, make sure the folder has been moved into the worlds/ directory and that level-name is adjusted so the server loads the correct world.

7. Start the Server and Test the Connection​

Run the server from the panel. Make sure:

  • The version has been updated
  • The world runs normally
  • Players can join without issues

Additional Notes​

  • Check the server log in the panel to make sure there are no errors.
  • Keep the backup outside the server directory so it doesn't get deleted along with it.